When it comes to roofing options, every type of roof comes with its perks and downsides depending on the roof’s design. Whether it’s a flat or sloped roof, there are multiple factors to consider when evaluating their performance in rainy weather. That is why we want to share with you everything you need to know to face the critical decision every home or business owner has to make: flat or sloped.
Flat Roofs: Modern and Open to Possibilities
Flat roofs are a common choice for business owners as they’re more commonly seen on commercial buildings; however, they’re also often part of contemporary homes. Despite what common sense might suggest, flat roofs are not perfectly level; instead, they are built with a slight slope to ensure proper water flow.
Advantages During Rainy Weather
- Easily Maintained: Flat roofs are easier to inspect and maintain compared to flat roofs, as their design allows to easily identify granule loss, leak sources, cracks, and other issues.
- Cost-Effective Installation: Flat roofs are generally less expensive than sloped roofs, requiring fewer materials and faster installation. At Sustainable Living Builders, we install modified bitumen and TPO flat roofs that are weather-resistant, prevent degradation, and withstand heavy loads.
- Multiuse Space: Flat roofs can be used as rooftop gardens, patios, or platforms for solar panels, enhancing energy production and lowering electricity costs.
Disadvantages During Rainy Weather
- Water Pooling: Even if flat roofs have a high slope built into them, they’re more prone to ponding water, which can lead to leaks or structural damage if not addressed. Ensuring proper water flow may require additional expenses, as most roofing companies work with the existing grading of a roof.
- Drainage Challenges: Flat roofs need to rely on advanced drainage systems like gutters, downspouts, or internal drains to ensure proper water flow and lower the risk of overflow or water pooling.
- Shorter Lifespan: Depending on material choice, durability, and treatment, flat roofs usually have a shorter lifespan than sloped roofs. However, their lifespan typically ranges from 20 to 30 years, depending on maintenance and climate conditions.
As the year comes to a close, everybody starts reflecting on the path their lives have taken since the year began. We all start making New Year’s resolutions: we’ll start going to the gym, finally publish that book, start a whole new life altogether, finally install that Tesla Solar Roof we’ve been considering since January… Too much? Ok, ok! Maybe that’s a bit extreme.
The fact is, every end of the year is also a great opportunity to ponder the possibility of improving aspects of our lives. And what can be more important than improving our homes? For many homeowners, this decision is accompanied by the desire to make conscious investments motivated by financial savings, environmental benefits, and getting their homes future-proofed… A Tesla Solar Roof combines all that!
As if we were counting backward to welcome the New Year, let’s count down five reasons why a Tesla Solar Roof is the perfect upgrade for you to start next year:
- It Keeps You Powered… And It Looks Good Too!
One of the standout features of the Tesla Solar Roof is its seamless integration with your home’s architecture. Its tiles not only transform your roof into a clean energy source, they’re also designed to blend in, giving your home a sleek and modern aesthetic and increasing its curb appeal and overall property value.
- It Saves Your Wallet!
Switching to solar energy doesn’t just lower your environmental impact—it’s a game-changer for your wallet. A Tesla Solar Roof allows you to harness the sun’s power to drastically cut your electricity bills. With the steady rise in energy rates, locking in your energy independence now ensures long-term financial benefits. There are also federal credits like the Residential Clean Energy Credit that can help you reduce the financial burden of installation.
- It Reduces Your Carbon Footprint!
A Tesla Solar Roof is a powerful step toward environmental sustainability. By transitioning to solar energy, you can significantly cut your reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a cleaner planet. When combined with an energy storage system, it also helps your home achieve net-zero energy use by storing excess energy for later, reducing grid dependence, and providing peace of mind during outages.
- It Has Exceptional Durability!
A Tesla Solar Roof is engineered to withstand heavy rains and high winds. Comprised of both glass solar tiles and steel roofing tiles, it not only produces clean energy to power your home but also durability and all-weather resistance. This is particularly important for homeowners in California, where wildfires, earthquakes, and severe storms are common.
- It Integrates Energy Management!
A Tesla Solar Roof doesn’t just generate energy; it allows you to manage it efficiently. Its system integrates seamlessly with energy storage alternatives such as the Tesla Powerwall and the Tesla App allowing you to monitor and control your energy usage and stay powered whenever you need it most.
HAPPY NEW ROOF!
At Sustainable Living Builders, Inc. we want to celebrate your next step into the future and help you cross off installing a new roofing system from your resolutions list with a brand-new Tesla Solar Roof. Not only are we certified Tesla installers, but we’re also an environmentally conscious company that wants to contribute to a greener future by providing more sustainable lifestyle options for all of our clients. Let us help you start your new year shining!
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